Hydrotherapy uses the properties of water-buoyancy, viscosity, resistance and hydrostatic pressure to enable a dog to move their joints. The warmth of the water provides a medium that assists with pain relief and the reduction of muscle spasms.

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We find hydrotherapy to be a very useful tool in the rehabilitation of dogs of all sizes and breeds, with a variety of orthopaedic problems. Typically, hydrotherapy is used after cruciate or patella surgery, to ease arthritis, to increase mobility and as an integral part of a weight loss programme. The water makes the body buoyant so when submerged the weight of the body is supported, this means the dog is not fighting gravity. The buoyancy of the water reduces stress on their joints and this creates a much safer environment for exercise. Hydrotherapy can also improve balance, co-ordination and increase overall energy levels all while reducing pain and stress on the limbs.